Trade Marketing Executive (Ice Cream)

Manpower are currently seeking an interim Trade Marketing Executive (Ice Cream), to work with our global FMCG client The Magnum Ice Cream Company, renowned for brands such as Magnum, Ben & Jerry’s, Cornetto and Wall’s, and become an integral part of their fast-paced FMCG environment. This is a full-time temporary role to run for 12 months, requiring 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Compensation for this role is competitive, paying up to £47,000 per annum, pro rata, depending upon experience. The role currently offers a mix of remote and onsite working, subject to adjustment based on business requirements. Travel will be required to customers across the UK, and candidates must have their own vehicle. Travel demands are particularly high in Q1. As the Trade Marketing Executive your purpose will be to support the Trade Marketing leads and together you will become the expert in both online and offline trade marketing. You will be pivotal in building our brands presence through B2B customers, trade and wholesalers working with the brand managers, sales managers, and customers to support & execute trade shows with best-in-class activations, experiences and communications which really add value to our brands, the business owner and the wholesaler/customer. Develop & execute the full year Trade marketing calendar. Effectively communicate promotions, core brands, new flavours and campaigns throughout the year. Work directly with wholesalers and execute trade media campaigns via traditional channels (Trade & wholesaler shows, events, brochures, print) and digital channels using DCOM, ensuring strong delivery against commercial objectives. Support Channel Marketing activity, including planning and execution of channel shows, trade events and customer activations to drive brand visibility, engagement and sales within key OOH channels. Continuously monitor performance of trade marketing activities, tracking KPIs and ROI, and optimise for better results whilst staying informed on competitor activity and market trends. Build strong relationships with Brand and Sales teams to ensure plans are commercially aligned and effectively delivered. Experience in Food Service or FMCG desirable but not essential. Strong organisational and project management capabilities, with a proven ability to prioritise effectively and deliver against timelines in a disciplined manner Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that requires flexibility & travelling to Trade shows and customer events. Must have access to own vehicle for travel. Strong commercial acumen, with proven ability to manage budgets effectively and drive value-focused decision making Contractors who are based at Kingston will be eligible to get free parking at a local carpark There is a Staff Shop located on the Ground Floor next to the main entrance, where Contingent Workers can buy discounted Unilever products. Facilities in the gym include cardiovascular equipment, resistance machines, spin bikes, free weights area, boxing equipment and a stretch/matted area. Shower facilities are available in the changing rooms, along with hairdryers….